Written for systems and software managers, developers, and quality assurance personnel, this book provides a practical guide to effectively and efficiently develop safety-critical software. The focus is on aviation software and compliance to the newly released RTCA/DO-178C, Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification, and its supplements. However, this resource is also applicable to software for automotive, medical, nuclear, and other safety-critical domains. It includes dozens of best practices and recommendations based on the author's vast experience on avionics and aircraft projects, as both a developer and a certification authority.